
AC Schnitzer has unveiled their new package for the MINI Cooper R57 Cabriolet. AC Schnitzer MINI Cooper R57 convertible offers an engine upgrade package which boosts the MINI Cooper S’ 175 hp rating to 208 hp (226 hp for export models). AC Schnitzer MINI Cooper R57 also comes with a limited slip differential, a height adjustable sports suspension, and an aluminum strut brace for the front axle. Schnitzer offers a sport exhaust system with chrome...

The Hyundai Santa Fe ‘R’ series is powered by a new 2.2-liter diesel engine that develops 145kW and 436Nm of torque which is 27% more than the previous unit. The manual gearbox version of the Hyundai Santa Fe R outputs 421Nm of torque. Combined with a choice of new 6-speed transmissions, the new ‘R’ series engine reduces Santa Fe’s fuel consumption by a further 7% to 6.7 litres/100 km+. The Hyundai Santa Fe R series is...

The Volkswagen Passat CC R-Line comes with a 17-inch R-Line “Mallory” alloy wheels with 235/45 tyres lend a sporty touch to the Passat CC R-Line. The front spoiler and side skirts, each painted in body colour, were also re-styled. In addition, R-Line logos embellish the front side sections. The Volkswagen Passat CC R-Line interior features include details like four customised tread plates in aluminium and a three-spoke leather-trimmed...

TECHART presents its new individualization options for the newest Porsche Boxster and Cayman models. Features include two Aerokits, daytime running lights, a set of sport springs, as well as carbon interior packages. Essential Aerokit components are a front spoiler with a spoiler lip that match the body’s color, side sills, and a rear area that has been optimized in terms of both design and aerodynamics. Two round TECHART exhaust tailpipes in...

The SEAT Exeo sedan range has been extended with the arrival on the market of the SEAT Exeo ST estate. The new SEAT Exeo ST, with its family size body styling and new rear hatch, load capacity has been greatly increased and loading itself is much easier. Furthermore, with the launch of the ST, the Exeo range has even more equipment, and new systems that improve on-board safety and comfort, strengthening the position of SEAT’s new model within...

HAMANN-Motorsport have released details and pictures of their latest refining program at the Frankfurt Motor Show, the Hamann Tycoon EVO BMW X6. The Hamann Tycoon Evo BMW X6 offers performance upgrades for the X6 xDrive35i with an engine output of 360 hp / 265 kW at 5230 rpm. Parallelly, the maximum torque rises by 140 Nm to 540 Nm in the rpm-range between 1300 and 5000. At the same time, HAMANN also suspends the speed limit of 250 km/h and allows...

One of America’s favorite “sleeper” performance cars returns to the Ford lineup, powered by a Super High Output (SHO) EcoBoost twin turbocharged engine. The Taurus SHO joins Ford’s growing lineup of performance vehicles for the 2010 model year, building on the legacy of the original, which earned a spot on the Car and Driver 10 Best list four years running. “The new Taurus SHO delivers on the authentic sleeper sedan formula but adds all-new...

Toyota used a 2010 Tacoma PreRunner SR5 as the base vehicle for the Toyota Tacoma TX Package Concept modification project. Newport Beach, Calif.-based advertising agency Blue C teamed up with Toyota to create the unique dual theme design. The driver side graphic, named Tacoma TX2, is an evolution of the current TRD design. Inspired by traditional TRD elements that convey the lifestyle of Tacoma owners, the design offers a new look and feel that is...

Loder1899 tuner has presented a new sport package for the second-generation of Ford Focus RS. The Ford Focus RS is already powerful with its 2.5 liter, turbocharged 5-cylinder engine, 300 bhp but the German tuner Loder1899 has added an extra 45 horses for the Ford Focus RS. Loder1899 Ford Focus RS also comes with a power enhancement system, lowering suspension, various wheel / tire combinations in 19 and 20 inch, a Sport exhaust system with Sport...

The BMW X5 M and the BMW X6 M are the first all-wheel-drive models to offer the supreme performance, dynamic driving features, athletic design, and premium quality of a typical BMW M Car. The BMW X5 M and the BMW X6 M set new standards in this segment of high-performance models in terms of acceleration, lateral dynamics, steering behaviour, stopping power, and efficiency. Both models accelerate to 100 km/h from a standstill in 4.7 seconds and stand...